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Hi Dave, et al,
Mathew Reilly is not a skilled writer, but he knows all there is to know about pace - his books can be very difficult to put down.
Lee Child's Jack Reacher series are very well written with simple prose, and a distinctive voice. Killing Floor is the first.
Robert Crais' earlier works are very good, and he is a wonderful storyteller, with a good use of the language.
I have not read Verne for a while, but recall his books to be quite pacy, though I note you are not a fan of classics.
I cannot recall his name, but the main character in his book is Ty Hauck, and my wife quite enjoys this writer's work.
Currently I am quite fond of Mick Herron, who has a quite literary style, but a wonderful sense of humor, though his books may best be described as "thrillers."
I hope this has helped.
Michael P
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